James L. Sweeney

James L. Sweeney, 87, passed away March 30, 2015, at Prairie Vista Village in Altoona, Iowa. He was born on March 30, 1928, in Des Moines, to Earl and Mildred Sweeney.

James graduated from East High School, attended Iowa State University, and served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He was a member of Altoona United Methodist Church.

James was a long time farmer and cattle feeder. He enjoyed fishing, playing golf, and attending livestock events. Above all, he cherished his family and their time spent together.

James is survived by his wife of 64 years, Marilyn; children, Michael (Roni) Sweeney, David (Annette) Sweeney, John (Teri) Sweeney, and Sandra (James) Frost; grandchildren, Jon Sweeney, Jennifer Sweeney, James Sweeney, Joseph Sweeney, Austin (Elizabeth) Sweeney, Taylor Sweeney (fiancée, Hannah), Matthew Frost, and Allison Frost; as well as a host of other family and beloved friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and seven siblings.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 2, 2015, at Altoona United Methodist Church, 602 5th Avenue SW, with burial at Rising Sun Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church one hour prior to service time.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the Altoona Food Pantry via Caring Hands Outreach Center, 201 9th St. NE, Altoona, IA 50009 or Taylor House Hospice, 3401 E. Douglas Ave., Des Moines, IA 50317.

Online condolences may be expressed at
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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